You Can Now Sail the Red Sea on Saudi’s First Luxury Cruise Line

AROYA Cruises, Saudi Arabia’s first luxury cruise line, is setting sail for the first time from Jeddah Islamic Port on December 16th. 

The flagship vessel, developed by Cruise Saudi and owned by the Public Investment Fund (PIF), has undergone extensive renovations in Germany and the Netherlands to prepare for its debut. Now fully equipped, the ship is expected to set a new standard in maritime tourism. 

Deriving its name from a blend of “Arabian” and the Arabic word “Roya” (meaning “dream” or “vision”), AROYA Cruises features 1,678 luxury cabins, 20 entertainment venues, 29 restaurants and bars, one of the largest children’s play areas at sea, and the largest onboard shopping mall of any cruise line in the world. 

Among AROYA’s standout offerings is Khuzama, an exclusive premium service named after lavender, a symbol of peace and elegance. Khuzama includes a Saudi-French fine-dining restaurant and a stylish cocktail lounge, with packages starting at SAR 1,535 per night.